Chapter 3

Methods and Procedures

Research Method

Qualitative method is used in gathering data for this

study. It provides insights about the problem to develop

ideas for the underlying reasons of this research. In

addition, qualitative is used to uncover trends in thought

and opinions, and dive deeper into the problem. On top of

that, it aims to understand how the participants derive

meaning from their surroundings, and how their ideas

influences their behavior. Qualitative research is the

appropiate method to use on this kind of study.

Subject of the Study

In this research, one hundred (100) Grade 10 students

of Upper Villages Christian Academy were selected randomly

as respondents.
Sampling Technique

This study utilized a random sampling method to the

Grade 10 students of Upper Villages Christian Academy.

Random sampling is known to be the purest and the most

straightforward probability sampling strategy, it is an

unbiased surveying technique. In this sampling method,

each individual is chosen entirely by chance.

Description of Research Instrument

This study will use surveys as an instrument to gather

data. A survey is a data gathering method that collect,

analyze and interpret the views or opinions of individuals

about a certain topic. Surveys may be conducted to gather

information through a printed questionnaire, over the

phone, by mail, in person, or on the web. As for this

study, the survey will be conducted through a printed

questionnaire, which is composed of two parts: the first

part is the demographic profile of the respondents and the

second part is composed of questions about the research.

Data Gathering Procedure

Step 1: The researchers formulated questions that will

help them answer the prpblem.

Step 2: The researchers have created the questionnaire that

includes the letter to the respondents and questions.

Step 3: The researchers ask for permission to conduct the

survey.

Step 4: The researchers conducted the survey.

Step 5: The researchers collected and distributed the

questionnaire.

Step 6: The researchers arranged and analyzed the data

gathered.